FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT BABY BOOKS

 WHAT BOOKS SHOULD YOU READ TO A NEWBORN?

Newborns love being close to mum or dad and hearing their voices tell stories as they look at simple, vibrant images. What you read to a newborn is less important than just taking the time to be close and communicate with your little one. If you need help deciding what books are best for a newborn, contact us today

WHAT IS THE BEST BABY BOOK TO BUY?

The best baby book to buy depends on the age of the child you are purchasing for. If you are unsure what book is best, consider buying a gift card to let mum or dad choose the best book to suit their baby.

WHAT AGE DO BABIES LIKE BOOKS?

Babies of all ages love being read to. Newborns respond to high contrast, simple picture books while young children start to enjoy more involved stories and intricate illustrations. While books offer fantastic mental stimulation, it’s important to also provide babies with physical activity. Baby, play, gyms are fantastic products to help develop hand-eye coordination and stimulate baby’s senses.

SHOULD BABIES READ BOOKS?

Reading books to babies develops their language and cognition skills, as well as helps them become interested in learning to read themselves. In addition to books, babies love playing with wooden toys like stacking toys, sensory blocks and puzzles to identify shapes and colours and develop hand-eye coordination, fine motor and problem-solving skills.